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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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